The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa

290 Macon Avenue
Asheville, NC 28804
Nightly Rates: ( 169.00 - 445.00 )

Property Description

The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa is one of the South's most venerable and famous grand resorts. Built in 1913 from granite stones mined from Sunset Mountain, the resort overlooks the Asheville, North Carolina skyline and provides guests with majestic views of the legendary Blue Ridge Mountains. For decades, the Inn has been a favorite year-round destination for both leisure and business guests as the resort continues to lure future generations to its magical mountainside splendor. Its splendid views, old world charm, peerless amenities, and a long tradition of exceptional service and Southern hospitality make it a place to savor as one of the most enduringly original and exciting resorts in America. BUILDINGS: Guest rooms are located in the historic Main Inn and in two contemporary wings named the Sammons Wing and the Vanderbilt Wing. Historic Main Inn Guestrooms are newly refurbished in 2001 and contain the original solid oak Arts & Crafts-era furnishings with hand-hammered copper Roycroft drawer pulls. Additional features include CD stereo players, refigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, iron and ironing boards, in-room safe, in-room pay movies, cable television, voice mail, data ports and windows that open for fresh mountain air. Contemporary Wings Guestrooms are more spacious than those in our historic Main Inn and are furnished with Arts & Crafts reproduction furnishings. Features include coffee makers, iron and ironing boards, in-room safe, in-room pay movies, cable television, voice mail, data ports and windows that open for fresh mountain air.

Amenities

· AM/FM Alarm Clock
· Babysitting/Child Services
· Bar/Lounge
· Barber/Beauty Shop
· Business Center
· Coffee Maker in Room
· Concierge
· Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
· Express Checkout
· Free Parking
· Golf
· Hairdryers Available
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Pool
· Parking
· Restaurant
· Room Service
· Shops/Commercial Services
· Fitness Center or Spa
· Tennis
· Television with Cable
· Laundry/Valet Services
· VIP Rooms/Services

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 4:00 PM
· Check out time is 11:00 AM
· Time Zone is GMT
· Opened in 1913
· Renovated in 2001
· 522 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 0 floors.

Guarantee Policy

A deposit of one nights room and tax is required at the time of booking.

Cancellation Policy

7

Restaurant Information

On Site Restaurants/Lounges

HORIZONS Only the grandeur of the Inn itself can comare to this award-winning and elegant restaurant. Asheville's premier, formal dining experience can be found at Horizons. White linen service, fine china, and a wine selection beyond compare set the mood, while expertly prepared dishes by professional chefs will leave your palate pleasantly satisfied. Horizons features innovative, classic cuisine that has been recognized by numerous awards including DiRonNA's Fine Dining Award, Wine Spectator's Award of Excellence, and AAA's Four Diamond Award. Nightly entertainment, excellent views, and outstanding presentation provide discerning diners with a memorable meal to complement a memorable venue. Coat and tie are required for gentlemen. CHOPS SUNSET TERRACE One of the South's most famous and popular outdoor dining verandas, the Sunset Terrace offers majestic view's and sunsets over the city skyline and mountains beyond. Since it first opened in the spring of 1957, the Sunset Terrace has become a Grove park tradition with a unique appeal and mystique all its own. Winer of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence, Chops serves the finest prime beef and fresh seafood. Lunch and dinner are served daily with dinner music and dancing nightly. Casual dress and resort-wear are acceptable until 6 pm. Casual evening dress (collared shirts and long pants for gentlemen) is requested after 6pm. Located in the Carolina Cafe during the winter months. BLUE RIDGE GRILL Wheather you've come for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, you'll find the American-Continental cuisine and excellent dining choice. Since opening in 1988, the Blue Ridge Dining Room has offered a la carte dining, served on a glass-enclosed terace overlooking the golf course below, and the beautiful blue Ridge mountains beyond. casual dress and resort-wear (no pool attire) are acceptable until 6 pm, casual evening dress (collared shirts and long pants for gentlemen) is requested from 6 pm until closing. Origional Roycroft lighting fixtures and sideboards combined with incredible views for dining pleasure in the Blue ridge Dining Room. POOL CABANDA During a fun-filled day of water games, sunbathing, or 18 holes on the Donald Ross designed Golf Course; the Pool cabana is the perfect location for casual dining. The Pool Cabana, an inviting outdoor grill, serves snacks, sandwiches and lighter fare along with soft drinks, beer and wine coolers. Located adjacent to the golf course and the outdoor pool at the Country Club, the Pool Cabana is a convenient stop for golfers and visitors. Open fro mMemorial Day to Labor Day, hours are from 11 am to 3 pm daily, later on weekends. RESERVATIONS ARE SUGGESTED. FOR DINING RESERVATIONS PLEASE CALL 800-438-5800.

Off Site Restaurants/Lounges

Please contact our Concierge at 1-800-438-0050 ext. 7005

On Site Entertainment

THE GREAT HALL BAR Go back in time as you enjoy drinks in The Great Hall Bar in the main Inn at the grove park Inn. Reminiscent of days gone by, you'll find yourself relaxing by massive fireplaces, surrounded by antique furnishings. A favorite gathering place since the Inn opened in 1913, The Great Hall Bar brings to life that old world charm long forgotten. Early evening piano entertainment provides just the right ambiance.

Off Site Entertainment

Please contact our Concierge at 1-800-438-0050 ext. 7005

Meal Plans

Bed & Breakfast Package Accommodations for one night with breakfast for two. Bed, Breakfast & Dinner Package Accommodations for one night with breakfast and dinner for two. The Grand Romance Package Two nights' accommodations on the Club Floor. Enjoy continental breakfast, afternoon cocktails with hors d'oeuvres and dinner for two daily. Welcome champagne and a floral bouquet upon arrival. Romance Package Two nights' accommodations. Enjoy breakfast daily and one dinner for two. Welcome champagne and a floral bouqet upon arrival. For additional information on our packages please contact us at 1-800-438-5800

Meeting Facility

Weddings

Wedding ceremony and reception sites vary at The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa. We have numerous outdoor terraces overlooking the magnificent Blue Ridge Mountains, a Cascade Landing, two ballrooms, suites and our beautiful historic Country Club. Ministers, magistrates, church and/or photographer recommendations are available. If your wedding is being held of property, transportation services are available through Young convention services, contact Martha Howard 1-800-627-1185, or Special Ocasions - Limousine 828-274-6629. Function rental fees vary depending on the amount of space needed and size of event. * Rental fees will include the set up of your chairs and tables. Formal White Chair Covers cost an additional $5.00+ per chair * We can also rent special chairs or props for a rental fee depending on the item(s) Let us book your entertainment needs. we have a wide variety of musicians that play at The Grove Park Inn frequently ranging from soloists, string quartets, trios, duos, Jazz, DJ Rock & Roll, Beach Music, Blue Grass....the list goes on. Prices range from $250.00 to $5,500.00 depending on the group or person. Our own in-house Print Services department can supply you with specially designed invitations, menus, place cards, and "Just Married" signs. Prices vary depending on quantity.

Meetings

Our versatile meeting space ensures that we can accommodate your group. With 510 guest roms --including 12 suites--everyone in your group will enjoy the comfort and convenience of having their meeting and accommodations all in one convenient, and tasteful, location. All rooms at The Grove park Inn are designed for the comfort and relaxation of our guests. Each room is well appointed and includes cable television, in room movies & games, AM/FM radio, complimentary morning coffee, and windows which opens up to let in the fresh, mountain air. Designed to be extremely veratile, The Grove Park Inn's meeting space includes: 2 Ballrooms: The Heritage Ballroom with 8,778 sqft., and the Grand Ballroom with 17,676 sqft. Each ballroom can be divided into three separate sections. Conference Suites: :aire; Siote - 1,606 sqft Coolidge, Eisenhower, Taft Wilson, Rosevelt, Byran, Fitzgerald, Wolfe, or Hoover Suites - 1,288 sqft. Rhododendron Suite - 459 sqft. You can reach the Manager that corresponds to your particular region, business, or function by dialing 800-438-0050, followed by the extension for the appropriate Manager. You may fax them at (828) 252-6040 or send an email. Sales Managers Jonie Moffett, Director of Sales ext. 1004 Direct Toll Free: 866-474-4950 Corporate Accounts in Northeastern Region jmofett@groveparkinn.com Sarah Teel, Sales Manager ext. 1002 Direct Toll Free: 866-474-4952 National Association Accounts/Regional Associations (except carolinas) steel@groveparkinn.com Tarry crockett, Sales Manager ext. 1000 Direct Toll Free: 866-474-4951 State-Regional Associations (except Georgia)/Regional Association with Carolinas in Title tcrockett@groveparkinn.com Traci Jochetz, Sales Manager ext. 1003 Direct Toll Free: 866-474-4953 Corporate Accounts Northern Region (except Illinois and Virginia) tjochetz@groveparkinn.com Pola Laughlin, Sales manager ext. 5004 Direct Toll Free: 866-474-4954 Corporate Accounts Southern Region/Georgia Association/Motorcoach plaughlin@groveparkinn.com Convention and catering Service Mangers Freda Baker, Director of catering & Convention Services ext. 4082 Weddings, Receptions, Rehersal Parties fbaker@groveparkinn.com Pamela McIntosh, Wedding Manager ext. 4081 Weddings, Receptions, Rehersal Parties pmcintosh@groveparkinn.com Luci Smith, Convention Manager ext. 4083 lsmith@groveparkinn.com Kim Williams, Convention Manager ext. 4080 kwilliams@groveparkinn.com Elaine Whitten, Convention Manager ext. 4088 ewhitten@groveparkinn.com Sheila Leyva, convention Manager ext. 4089 sleyva@groveparkinn.com Meetings Express Hotline Corporate or Association groups with 10-25 rooms on peak night. Family Reunions with over 10 rooms on a peak night. Maureen Hozie ext. 1005 mhoxie@groveparkinn.com Christy Banks ext 4096 cbanks@groveparkinn.com

Recreation Information

Children/Families

Suggested Contacts: Sports Complex ext. 1046 Lindsey Holloran, Recreation Supervisor ext. 8409 Services Provided: CUB'S ADVENTURE CAMP Monday - Friday (Memorial Day - Labor Day) 6:00pm - 9:00pm $25.00 Friday - Saturday (yar round) 6:00pm - 9:00pm $30.00 Advantages for our Guests: * Quality childcare provided by qualified staff trained in CPR and First Aid * A variety of activities including swimming, arts & Crafts, games, nature hikes and movies. Special Notes: * Open to children ages 4 - 12 years. Children must be potty trained; no diapers or pull ups. * Children should wear comfortable play clothes and tennis shoes and bring a bathing suit, sweater or jacket, plus a life jacket or floatation device if necessary. Towals are provided. * Advance registration is required for both programs. * Registration is held in the Children's Room at the Sports Complex from 9:00am - 9:30am and 1:00pm - 1:30pm for CUB'S ADVENTURE CAMP and 6:00pm - 6:30pm for KID'S NIGHT OUT.

On Site Recreational Activities

Sports Complex ext. 1046 Indoor Pool Monday - Saturday 6:00pm - 9:30pm Sunday 7:00am - 9:30pm Outdoor Pool Memorial Day - Labor Day Monday - Saturday 10:00am - 7:00pm Sunday 10:00am - 6:00pm * Locker rooms and towels are provided for guests at the Indoor Pool. There is no Lifeguard. * A Lifeguard is on duty at the Outdoor Pool. Tennis Monday - Saturday 6:00am - 10:00pm Sunday 7:00am -10:00pm Services Provided: 3 Indoor Courts $25.00/hour 3 Outdoor Courts $20.00/hour Advantages for our Guests: * Newly constructed courts (2000) * Racquests, balls and ball machine available for rental * Clinics, private lessons and special programs available upon request. Special Notes: * Advance reservations required. Reservations are available on the hour and half hour. * Orioer tennis attire and smooth-bottom tennis shoes are required. * Guests are asked to check in at the Sports Complex Front Desk before playing. Exercise Equipment Monday - Saturday 6:00am - 10:00pm Sunday 7:00am - 10:00pm Services Provided: * Quinton Treadmills * Cybex Stair Climbers * Paramount exercise equipment * Lifecycles * Stationary Bikes * Lifefitness Stepmill * Locker room and showers Racquetball $15/hour Advantages for our Guests: * Newly constructed court (2000) * Racquets and balls are available for rental Special Notes: * Reservations are required. Reservations are on the hour and half hour. * Smooth bottom tennis or racquetball shoes are required * Guests are asked to check in at the Sports Complex Front Desk before playing Aerobics Class schedules vary. Call the Sports Complex for complete schedule Services Provided: * Body Sculpt is an all-over muscle strengthening class using dumbbells, resistance bands and balls. Great for beginners or conditioned athletes. * Cycle Reebok is a conditioning program conducted on a stationary cycle using a variety of music. Appropriate for all levels of fitness. * Step Classes provide an all-over workout for every level of athlete. * Cardio Kickboxing is the latest in aerobic fitness, consisting of kicks and punches. * ALL CLASSES ARE $6.00. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED; GUESTS NEED TO ONLY SIGN IN AT SPORTS COMPLEX FRONT DESK.

Off Site Recreational Activities

Please contact our Concierge at 1-800-438-0050 ext. 7005

Business Services

Suggested Contacts: Business Center Desk ext. 4092 Pamela North, Business Center Supervisor ext. 4094 Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 7:00pm - 5:30pm Saturday 8:30am - 3:00pm Services Provided: * Photocopying * Spiral Bindery Services * Professional Services * Sign, Nametags and Placecards * Office Supplies * Package Handling and Shipping * Fax * Logo Printed Specialty Items * Gift Certificates

Arrival/Room Service Amenities

Hotel Check in time is 4:00pm In-Room Dining/Amenities Catalog 2002 Formerly known as Room Service, In-Room Dining offers a wide variety of services. Whether you need a romantic dinner for 2 or a Hospitality Suite for 200, we can service all of your needs. When dining with us, a table by the window is always available! In addition to In-Room Dining we also operate an Amenities department wherby we can provide almost anything for arriving guests. From our celar of over 500 wines, to our talented team of Culinary professionals, no job is too big, or too small. While we specialize and pride ourselves in our Custom Orders, we do maintain a listing of suggestions. All things that excite the senses can be obtained through us: Imported Wines, Chocolates, Fresh Fruits, to name a few. * Fruite and Cheese * Milk and Cookies * Custom Chocolate Box * Grove Park Inn Truffel Bag * Tuxberries * Mountain Valley Water * Fruit & Berry Plate * The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa Private Label Wines * Perrier Jouet La Fleur Gift Set * White Star Champagne or Veuve Clicquot Champagne, Tuxberries and Judel Tulip Flutes * Grove Park Inn History Book by Bruce Johnson * Ceramic Coffee Mugs wiht truffles * Wooden Bed Trays * Combination Picture Frame and Jewelry Box * Birthday Cake Surprise * The Blue Ribbon Gift Sampler * Tour of Carolina Sampler * Big Cheese Gift Box * Goodliest Land Golden Gift Tower * Signature Gift Sampler * Sterling Silver Gourmet Gift Basket * Tar Heel Tradition Gift Basket * Tar Heel Treasure Chest * Carolina Classic Gift Basket * Carolina Snack Tin

Shopping

Suggested Contacts: Resort Boutique----------------------------ext. 8102 or 828-258-3407 Ancient Page-------------------------------ext. 8012 or 828-258-8964 Gallery of the Mountains--------------------ext. 8101 or 828-254-2068 Hours of Operation: Resort Boutique Sunday 9:00am - 6:00pm Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 9:00pm Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 10:00pm Ancient Page Daily 7:30pm - 10:30pm Gallery of the Mountains Sunday - Thursday 9:00am - 6:00pm* Friday - Saturday 9:00am - 9:00pm (*Open later during main season) Services Provided: * Resort Boutique specializes in casual clothing and accessories for men and women. They have some GPI logo apparel and hats. They also carry bathing suits, eveningwear, jewelry and gift items. * Ancient Page carries even more GPI logo apparel. They offer a wide variety of gift items (including GPI logo History BOoks). They also have newspapers, magazines, greeting cards, post cards, health care items (sundries), cigarettes, cigars, film, cameras, snacks and soft drinks. * Gallery of the Mountains offers a great selection of American arts & crafts and geatures a number of North Carolina artisans. * Ninety -seven percent of their inventory is exclusive and is not availale anywhere else. The Gallery is the only Micah Lamp Company distributor in Asheville. They carry several different styles of arts & crafts lamps. Gift items range from $10-$5000

Local Attractions

Biltmore Estate: The largest private home in America, a 255-room French Renaissance Chateau built in 1895 by George W. Vanderbilt. Tours include upstairs and downstairs of house, Estate Winery and the gardens and grounds. One North Pack Square; (800) 543-2961 www.biltmore.com Chimney Rock: High above Hickory Nut Gorge, a 26-story elevator ride through solid granite takes you to the Sky Lounge, just minutes from Chimney Rock, with its breathtaking 75-mile view of the Blue Ridge. US 74 and 64, North Carolina; (800) 277-9611 www.chimneyrockpark.com Blue Ridge Parkway: See some of the most scenic areas in the Eastern U.S. touring the famous Blue Ridge Parkway. Cherokee Indian Reservation: Cherokee history, culture and art are presented at several museums and attractions on the 56,000-acre reservation, including the museum of the Cherokee Indian, Oconaluftee Indian Village and Qualla Arts and Crafts Cooperative. Cherokee, North Carolina; (800) 438-1601 Nantahala Outdoor Center: Celebrating 26 years of outdoor leadership in 1998, employee-owned Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) has been offering exciting outdoor adventures at its base in Wesser, NC, and around the world since 1972. Phone: (828) 232-0110 www.noc.com CulloWHEE! ArtsFest: Friday, June 14 and 15 Join us for great Jazz in the Great Smoky Mountains when Western Carolina University hosts two days of live jazz music featuring national recording artists The Manhattan Transfer, David Sanborn, Joe Sample and Bio Ritmo. The outdoor festival, to be held on the campus of Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, N.C., between the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, will feature fine art on exhibit and for sale. Performing on Friday, June 14, will be Joe, Sample and David Sanborn. Performers on Saturday, June 15, include the Bio Ritmo and Manhattan Transfer. Also performing will be several other jazz acts from across the nation. For more information, call WCU's Ramsey Center at (828) 227-7722, or www.cullowheeartsfest.com Asheville Convention & Visitors Bureau: Official travel information for the Asheville area. www.exploreasheville.com Travel USA: Full-service travel planning, airline tickets or flight information. Call toll free (800) 262-4551 M-F 8 am - 5 pm Central.

Spa

Inn 2001, we opened our spa, which is quite simply the finest in North America. The Spa courses with the beauty of the natural world. Waterfalls, indoor and out, Lush gardens, Blue skies and bluer mountains. St into a hillside just below the Main Inn rests the new 40,000 square foot Spa. Room enough to offer a full selection of treatmetns, from aromatherapy massage to specialized body balneotherapy and wraps. The Spa is also hoe to teh Salon Hair Studio, as well as, the Spa Cafe and Juice Bar. The Spa's pool area is the piece de resistance. With its high stone walls and dual waterfalls, its glass atrium and choice of pools, it is at once grand and completely, wonderfully a place of comfort. Not unlike THe Grove Park Inn itself. For a list of treatments and pricing please visit us at groveparkinn.com or call one of our Spa agents at 877-SPA-0747 (877-772-0747) * Advance reservations required

Health Club/Fitness Facilities

Sports Complex ext. 1046 Exercise Equipment Monday - Saturday 6:00am - 10:00pm Sunday 7:00am - 10:00pm Services Provided: * Quinton Treadmills * Cybex Stair Climbers * Paramount exercise equipment * Lifecycles * Stationary Bikes * Lifefitness Stepmill * Locker room and showers

Area Attractions

Directions to Hotel

BY AIR: Asheville, North Carolina, is served by national carrier flights through both Asheville (AVL) and Greenville (GSP) Regional Airports. BY CAR: From the north: take US-19/23 to I-240 East. Continue on I-240 to the Charlotte Street Exit. Travel north on Charlotte St. to Macon Avenue and turn right. Follow signs to the Resort. From the south: take I-26 West to I-240 East. Continue on I-240 to the Charlotte Street Exit. Travel north on Charlotte St. to Macon Avenue and turn right. Follow signs to the Resort. From the east: take I-40 to I-240 West. Continue on I-240 to the Charlotte Street Exit. Travel north on Charlotte St. to Macon Avenue and turn right. Follow signs to the Resort. From the west: take I-40 to I-240 West. Continue on I-240 to the Charlotte Street Exit. Travel north on Charlotte St. to Macon Avenue and turn right. Follow signs to the Resort.

Local Transportation

Sky Shuttle 800-582-7868 or 828-253-0006 Pegasus 800-462-4062 or 828-281-4600 Asheville Ground Transportation 828-681-0051

Parking Information

Valet: OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY $8 for guests dining or attending an event $15 for overnight Complimentary parking in our two parking garages and surrounding parking lots.

Weather Information

NC DOT Road Conditions 877-DOT 4 YOU (877-368-4968) Weather 828-255-0096 ext. 1301